Voluntary Standard(s)
UL/CSA 60335-2-24, 2nd Edition
Safety Requirements for Household and Similar Electrical Appliances, Part 2: Particular Requirements for Refrigerating Appliances, Ice-Cream Appliances, and Ice-Makers
UL/CSA 60335-2-40, 3rd Edition
Household and Similar Electrical Appliances - Safety - Part 2-40: Particular Requirements for Electrical Heat Pumps, Air-Conditioners and Dehumidifiers
UL/CSA 60335-2-89, 1st Edition
Standard for Safety for Household and Similar Electrical Appliances, Part 2: Particular Requirements for Commercial Refrigerating Appliances with an Incorporated or Remote Refrigerant Unit or Compressor
ASHRAE 15
Safety Standard for Refrigeration Systems
ASHRAE 15.2P
Potential new voluntary standard for refrigeration systems in residential applications
Relevant Rulemaking
N/A
Purpose
To work with SDOs to revise the voluntary standards to strengthen the safety provisions addressing hazards associated with flammable refrigerants (also known/marketed as “low global warming potential refrigerants” and “natural refrigerants”) used in household refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners.